Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Indian Springs Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Indian Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Springs Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#932 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
55%
32%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Springs Elementary School is ranked #932 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Indian Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Semmes Elementary School, J E Turner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Indian Springs Elementary School?
343 students attend Indian Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Indian Springs Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Springs Elementary School?
Indian Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian Springs Elementary School offer ?
Indian Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Springs Elementary School part of?
Indian Springs Elementary School is part of Mobile County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/25/2017
I think the teachers love and care for each and every student and I know for a fact that both my kids go and love going because of the teachers and from the bottom of my heart thank you all for everything y'all do
5 3/30/2009
As a teacher at this school, I see the dedication that every teacher has for her students. All of the teachers work endlessly with very little respect (from students and parents)and gratitude.
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